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Speakers urge council to protect library, parks and community services; CPR Pack proposes $70M recreation bond
Summary
During public comment on the city budget, residents pressed the council to prioritize libraries, parks and community development; a volunteer group presented an updated recreation center bond estimate of about $70 million and asked to pursue a November ballot measure.
Speakers at the public comment portion of the meeting urged the City Council to preserve funding for libraries, parks and recreation and community development, arguing those programs support families, public safety and long‑term community health.
Linda Hayes, a local business owner, told council that “the quality of life of the families in McMinnville are very important,” and asked that libraries, parks and recreation and community development remain top budget priorities as the council balances cuts.
Other residents highlighted the role of prevention and long‑term social supports. Miriam Peterson urged the council to retain the city’s communications and engagement manager to sustain public…
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